InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast

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  The BMW i3 Crushes Tesla On Range + U.S. Guts Clean Car Rules 02.10.2026 54min

  BMW’s next-generation electric sedan gets up to 468 miles of range on a single charge. But will it sell? On this week’s episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down the mind-blowing specs for the all-new BMW i3—a car that promises more range than every Tesla on the market today. They react to its pricing and discuss whether it’ll be a hit during a tough time for electrification. Plus, we dive into the massive federal CAFE fuel economy rollback. What do far lower MPG targets mean for automakers, buyers, and the broader timeline for EV adoption? Also on this week's episode: Chevy Bolt’s Limited Run: Reports reveal production of the 2027 Chevy Bolt EV may be capped at just 35,000 units. Why is GM holding back on its most affordable EV? Ionna Hits 180 Sites: The automaker-backed charging coalition has doubled its footprint this year and shows no sign of slowing down. Tesla Roadster Event Delayed (Again): Tesla postpones its next-gen Roadster reveal event yet again.  The BMW i3’s 468-Mile Range Demolishes Every Tesla https://insideevs.com/news/810281/bmw-i3-us-specs-revealed/America's Clean Car Retreat Is Complete. The World Will Move Onhttps://insideevs.com/features/809886/us-fuel-economy-standards-rollback/35,000 Cars: Now We Know How 'Limited' The Chevy Bolt's Run May Behttps://insideevs.com/news/810063/gm-35000-chevy-bolt-production-report/Ionna Has Doubled Its Charging Network This Year. It's Not Slowing Downhttps://insideevs.com/news/810062/ionna-doubled-in-size/Tesla Patents 'Electric Fan Car' Weeks Before Roadster Revealhttps://insideevs.com/news/809920/tesla-roadster-reveal-event-delayed-october-15/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Bentley Dropped Its First EV + China Built A 2.2 Megawatt Charger 25.09.2026 44min

  Bentley has officially entered the electric era. On this week's episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim team react to the debut of the Bentley Torcal—an 875-horsepower luxury SUV with 400 kW charging and over 300 miles of range.Plus, we break down a fascinating new study revealing that the real split in EV adoption isn't political party—it's age. A generational divide in EV sentiment is shaping the future of cars.  Also on this week's episode: Geely's 2.2 MW Ultra-Fast Charger: Geely unveils a mind-boggling 2.25 megawatt charging system that promises 10% to 70% top-ups in under 5 minutes and one-ups BYD. Saudi Arabia's Wild "Exobot" EVs: A look at Ceer's futuristic, wedge-shaped sedan and SUVs with gullwing doors. READ MORE: Bentley's First EV Charges Faster Than You Can Finish Lunchhttps://insideevs.com/news/809318/bentley-torcal-midsize-suv-fast-charging/Geely's New EV Charger Is Absurdly Powerful: 2.2 Megawattshttps://insideevs.com/news/809271/geely-2-megawatt-smart-charging-system/These Absolutely Wild-Looking EVs Are Saudi Arabia's First Domestic Carshttps://insideevs.com/news/809011/ceer-exobot-sedan-suv/ZETA Generational EV Divide Studyhttps://www.zeta.org/news/ahead-of-climate-week-new-poll-finds-ev-divide-is-more-generational-than-politicalCheck out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Tesla Roadster Is Actually Coming? + NYC’s Massive Curbside Charging Plan 18.09.2026 1h 5min

  Is the long-delayed Tesla Roadster finally happening? On this episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim react to Tesla’s surprise announcement setting an official October 1 unveil date—almost a decade after the concept first debuted. We break down what to expect and whether it’s for real this time. Plus, we’re joined by Tiya Gordon, cofounder of the Brooklyn-based charging company It’s Electric, to talk about their major new contract with New York City to install hundreds of curbside EV chargers—and how street-level charging is solving the apartment-dweller dilemma.Also on this week's show: Mercedes-Benz GLC First Drive: Mack takes the wheel of the all-new electric GLC and gives his hands-on verdict. VW Mission Efficiency Concept: Volkswagen’s EV prototype reminds us of the hyper-efficient VW XL1.  Volvo’s Next-Gen PHEVs: A look at Volvo’s latest long-range plug-in hybrids. READ MORE:2027 Mercedes GLC 400 Electric Review: The Best Mercedes EV Everhttps://insideevs.com/reviews/808381/mercedes-glc/ Tesla Confirms Next-Generation Roadster Reveal On October 1https://insideevs.com/news/808054/tesla-roadster-ev-october-2026-reveal/ 2028 Volvo XC60 And XC90 Plug-In Hybrids Get A Massive EV Range Boosthttps://insideevs.com/news/807862/2028-volvo-xc60-xc90-long-range-plug-in-hybrid/ New York City Is Getting 700 EV Chargers Right On The Curbhttps://insideevs.com/news/808264/new-york-ev-charging-its-electric-curbside/ Volkswagen Just Unveiled The Most Efficient EV Ever Testedhttps://insideevs.com/news/808168/volkswagen-mission-efficiency-concept-range-charging-test/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Can The Electric Jeep Recon Beat The Wrangler? + Ford’s Fight With The Trump Administration 11.09.2026 1h 2min

  The Jeep Recon is here. With removable doors, chunky tires, and a charming look, does the first real Jeep EV hold a candle to the Wrangler? In some ways, the EV comes out on top.On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, the guys discuss Mack’s first impressions of the Recon after driving it both on- and off-road. They also break down the Tesla Cybercab’s long-awaited launch, what we learned last week, and the big questions that still stick out. They also recap the brutal letter Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sent to Ford CEO Jim Farley about its ties to Chinese companies. Plus, Mack takes his first ride in Waymo’s new Ojai robotaxi in San Diego, and we drool over the wild SkyNomad N90 Max Studio, an SUV designed to double as a tiny apartment.READ MORE:The All-Electric Jeep Recon Beats The Wrangler In One Key Way. But It's Still Flawed.https://insideevs.com/reviews/807485/jeep-recon-moab-first-drive/'Deeply Alarmed': Trump Administration Slams Ford's Deal With Chinese Battery Company https://insideevs.com/news/807596/ford-china-trump-administration-catl/ Tesla’s Cybercab Is Finally Giving Paid Robotaxi Rides. Here’s What It Can And Can’t Dohttps://insideevs.com/news/807174/tesla-cybercab-paid-robotaxi-rides-austin/This Electric Camper SUV Has Heated Floors, A Loft, And Built-In Storage. See The SkyNomad N90 Max Studio.https://insideevs.com/news/807526/skynomad-n90-max-studio-camper/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Range Rover Electric Breaks Cover + How Long Do EV Batteries Actually Last? 04.09.2026 42min

  How long do electric vehicle batteries really last in the real world? This week on The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down a massive new study analyzing over 500,000 EV battery health tests—and the data reveals a clear picture of long-term degradation, plus how specific EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Tesla Model Y hold up after around 100,000 miles. Plus, we dive into: Range Rover Electric: What we know so far about Land Rover’s high-stakes entry into luxury EVs. Nissan's Hybrid Scramble: Nissan pulled forward its Rogue hybrid launch twice as automakers without solid hybrid lineups race to meet surging U.S. demand. Waymo's Expansion: Autonomous taxis head to new cities, including their first test in real snow conditions in Denver. Norway's Latest EV Milestone: Looking at the astounding August sales numbers as Norway inches closer to a 100% electric market. EVs Hit A Record 98.7% Market Share In Norway. These Are The Top Sellershttps://insideevs.com/news/806799/norway-ev-sales-98-percent/ Nissan's 'Home Run' Hybrid SUV Arrives In November To Rival Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-Vhttps://insideevs.com/news/806636/nissan-rogue-epower-hybrid-suv-launch-america/ This Study Covered 500,000 EV Batteries. Some Models Aged Much Better Than Others. https://insideevs.com/news/806798/ev-battery-aging-study-2026/Waymo's Newest City Brings Its Biggest Challenge Yet: Rides In The Snow https://insideevs.com/news/806758/waymo-denver-san-diego-tampa-launch-day/I Drove The $138,000 Range Rover Electric Off-Road. It Was Exceptionalhttps://insideevs.com/news/806401/range-rover-electric-specs-drive/ 
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  The Tesla Cybercab Is Almost Here. We Have Questions. 28.08.2026 52min
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  Are Walmart And Ionna Starting An EV Fast Charging Price War? 21.08.2026 47min
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  Telo’s Tiny Truck Has 350 Miles Of Range. But Can The Company Go The Distance? 14.08.2026 40min

  Many EV startups have failed. But Telo thinks it can succeed.On this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack sits down with Jason Marks and Forrest North, the co-founders of Telo Trucks. Their first product, the MT1, is set to arrive later this year, albeit in small numbers.The micro-truck promises the bed length of a Toyota Tacoma in an overall footprint that’s only as long as a two-door Mini Cooper. Despite that, Telo says the MT1 will offer up to 350 miles of range, around 500 horsepower, and 400 kW charging.Is this company the real deal? You’ll have to watch to find out.Telo's Tiny Electric Truck Moves Closer To Reality With An Important New Partnerhttps://insideevs.com/news/798776/telo-mt1-production-update-partnership/ Telo Says Its Tiny EV Truck Can Tow More Than A Base Ford F-150https://insideevs.com/news/803579/telo-tiny-ev-pickup-tow-capacity-update/ Slate Vs. Telo: How The EV Truck Startups Stack Uphttps://insideevs.com/reviews/758472/slate-vs-telo-ev-truck/ The Telo MT1 May Be Tiny, But It's Still Built For Hard Workhttps://insideevs.com/news/757997/telo-mt1-350-miles-japan-kei-trucks/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Can Ford's Sub-$30k Fathom EV Truck Beat Slate? + Lucid Cosmos Delayed 07.08.2026 47min

  Ford just revealed the price and name of its brand-new affordable electric pickup truck coming next year. The Ford Fathom starts at under $30,000, but can Ford’s new Universal Production System beat out cheap EV competitors like the Slate Truck?Plus, Tim and Suvrat break down Slate’s first drives, Lucid’s major $1.4B operational reset (and delay of the Cosmos EV), and why BMW is putting Spider-Man ads directly inside its cars.Follow InsideEVs on Instagram, Facebook, X, and sign up for our newsletter for more EV news. 
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  The Ferrari Luce EV Proves The Haters Wrong + Rivian R2 Tests Reveal Real-World Range & Charging 31.07.2026 43min

  Are autonomous vehicles actually safer than human drivers? On this week’s episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down new research that reveals two things: Waymos crash less than human drivers, but autonomous vehicle crash data has big limitations. Plus, early drive reviews are in for the Ferrari Luce EV, and they might shut up the haters. This thing seems to drive just like a Ferrari should. And real-world range and charging metrics for the Rivian R2 are finally emerging now that deliveries are underway. How does it stack up to the Tesla Model Y Performance?We also check out a game-changing battery from FAW that charges at mind-blowing speeds, and take a look at a new J.D. Power study showing EV drivers are significantly happier with their vehicles than gas car owners.Ferrari Luce Reviews Are In And Sorry, But It Actually Seems Pretty Great https://insideevs.com/news/803144/ferrari-luce-reviews-are-good/The Rivian R2 Is A Charging Beast. But It's 'Just Fine' At Road Trippinghttps://insideevs.com/news/802873/rivian-r2-charging-test/Out of Spec & RivianTrackr’s Rivian R2 range test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ar417CfeuA Hybrids And Gas Cars Don't Make People As Happy As EVs Do: Study https://insideevs.com/news/802719/ev-buyers-happy-jd-power-survey/This Chinese Automaker Just Beat BYD With An EV Battery That Recharges In 8 Minutes https://insideevs.com/news/803094/hongqi-four-minute-charging-test/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Honda Kills The Prologue + Used EV Deals Are Disappearing! 24.07.2026 47min

  Honda just pulled the plug on the Prologue—leaving the brand with zero electric vehicles in the U.S. Mack and Tim break down Honda’s big pivot. Plus, Mack bought a Chevy Blazer EV! He breaks down why he chose it, what other options he considered, and why going back to a gas car was out of the question. Also in this episode: if you've been waiting for a cheap used EV, bad news—the legendary cheap Tesla and Chevy Bolt deals are starting to dry up as prices rise across the pre-owned market. Tim and Mack dive into the numbers. In Plus/Minus: Europe’s EV sales are going strong and the Tesla Diner is a surprise hit on the Supercharger network. Chevy Blazer EV: Why I Traded My 20-Year-Old Gas Truck For Thishttps://insideevs.com/features/727637/chevy-blazer-ev-owner-review/Used EV Values Are Actually Rising. Why That's Good And Bad News.https://insideevs.com/news/802240/used-ev-depreciation-reversing-gas-prices/Honda Just Axed Its Last EV In The U.S.https://insideevs.com/news/801921/honda-prologue-discontinued-ev-2026/EVs Just Hit 25% Market Share In Europehttps://insideevs.com/news/802351/europe-ev-sales-half-year/The Tesla Diner Was The World's Most Utilized Supercharger In Its First Yearhttps://insideevs.com/news/802464/tesla-diner-most-used-supercharger/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  The EV Winners & Losers Of 2026 So Far + Tesla’s Big Comeback 17.07.2026 57min

  The EV market isn't dead—but the landscape is changing faster than anyone expected. In this week's episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, InsideEVs journalists Tim Levin and Mack Hogan break down the wild Q2 and H1 sales numbers. While some legacy automakers are suffering brutal 90%+ declines and pulling models, others are surging. We look at Toyota’s shocking rise up the leaderboard, Hyundai's continued success, and how Tesla managed a massive global comeback despite U.S. headwinds. Plus, Toyota's CEO is proposing an unprecedented "alliance" among Japanese automakers. Will sharing basic components be enough to stop China's EV speed?Finally, we look at a quirky $15,000 EV called "Chip" that you can drive remotely, and discuss the costly impact of US clean energy rollbacks. If you enjoyed this episode, please drop a LIKE, SUBSCRIBE for weekly EV news, and tell us in the comments: Do you think Japanese automakers collaborating on parts can actually stop China's momentum? Tesla Pulled Off A Shocker Second Quarter. Can It Keep Sales Up?https://insideevs.com/news/801344/tesla-q2-sales-explained-2026/ U.S. EV Sales Rebound To Their Highest Level Since The Tax Credit Endedhttps://insideevs.com/news/801289/us-q2-ev-sales-post-tax-credit/ EV Startup Reveals $15,000 25-MPH Car That You'll Never Have To Parkhttps://insideevs.com/news/801772/chip-motors-ev-remote-driving-2026/ 'Completely False': Lucid Denies Report That It's Weighing Bankruptcy After Shares Crashhttps://insideevs.com/news/801645/lucid-stock-crash-bankruptcy-rumor/ 'We Will Not Survive': Toyota Boss Wants Japanese Automakers To Team Up To Beat Chinese EVshttps://insideevs.com/news/801643/toyota-koji-sato-japan-rival-chinese-ev/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  What's Next For Tesla? Favorite EV We've Tested? We Answer Your Questions! 10.07.2026 42min

  Are fake engine sounds good for electric cars? Or just lame? On this week's show, we answer your EV questions. As always, drop a question in the comments and maybe we'll answer it on the show!We also discuss what's next for Tesla—just note, we recorded this before its latest sales release and the Model Y L announcement, which is why we don't talk about it! And we discuss the best EVs we've ever tested—and what we'd buy if money was no object. Porsche Taycan, anyone?
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  We Rode In The $24,950 Slate EV Truck... Will It Actually Succeed? 26.06.2026 49min

  The Slate EV truck FINALLY has an official price tag: $24,950 before destination fees, making it America’s cheapest EV and its most affordable pickup. But can this newcomer actually survive and compete in the brutal electric truck market? In this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim and Suvrat break down all the massive news surrounding Slate this week. They discuss whether its range, 205 miles, is enough for 2026. And they explain Slate’s new battery strategy (hello, LFP!) Plus, Tim actually got to see the truck in person and take a ride in it! He shares his first impressions on the interior, and whether the driving experience matches the hype. What do you think? Is the Slate truck priced to win? Let us know in the comments!Slate's $24,950 EV Truck Will Test What America Really Wantshttps://insideevs.com/news/799661/slate-truck-pricing-official-2026/ Why The Slate Truck Will Use LFP Batteries After Allhttps://insideevs.com/news/799667/slate-truck-lfp-battery-range/ Slate Truck Vs. Chevy Bolt Vs. Nissan Leaf: Which Affordable EV Actually Wins?https://insideevs.com/reviews/799688/slate-truck-nissan-leaf-chevy-bolt-ev-comparison/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  The Robotaxi Race Is ON — Tesla Cybercab Specs REVEALED & Uber Bets Big On Lucid 19.06.2026 48min

  The robotaxi wars just got real. On this week's Plugged-In Podcast, hosts Mack and Tim break down everything you need to know about the race to own autonomous ride-hailing—and there's a LOT happening all at once.Tesla's Cybercab specs are finally public thanks to EPA filings: a 48 kWh battery, 219 hp front-wheel-drive motor, and an astonishing 165 Wh/mi efficiency rating that makes it the most efficient EV ever certified. But EPA certification and commercial robotaxi deployment are very different things—and Tesla's fleet is still tiny.Meanwhile, Uber is building a web of partnerships—Lucid, Nuro, Wayve, and Stellantis—that looks less like a ride-hail company and more like a platform play for the autonomous age. And Mobileye is making a stunning pivot: no longer just a sensor supplier, it's entering the robotaxi arena with its own fleet. And Who actually wins this race? The company with the best hardware? The best software? The best network? Mack and Tim dig in.#Robotaxi #TeslaCybercab #Waymo #Mobileye #ElectricVehicles #FSD #AutonomousDriving #InsideEVsCheck out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X Mobileye, Supplier Of Robotaxi Tech, Is Launching Its Own Robotaxi Fleet In The U.S.https://insideevs.com/news/798968/mobileye-robotaxi-us-launch-2027/ Lucid And Uber Will Bring Robotaxis To Houston Nexthttps://insideevs.com/news/798932/lucid-gravity-robotaxi-houston-expansion-uber-nuro/ Full Tesla Cybercab Specs: EPA Documents Confirm Battery Size, Weight, Power, And Preliminary Rangehttps://insideevs.com/news/798790/tesla-cybercab-specs/ 
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  Will The R2 Be The Hit Rivian Needs? w/ Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained 12.06.2026 52min

  Can the highly anticipated Rivian R2 turn Rivian into a profitable EV powerhouse? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim sit down with a very special guest: Jason Fenske from Engineering Explained!Both Mack and Jason recently got behind the wheel of the Rivian R2, and they are breaking down exactly why they loved it—and what it means for the future of the company.But it’s not all good news for EV startups. Jason opens up about his tumultuous experience owning a Lucid Air. We dive deep into the challenges facing both Rivian and Lucid as they fight to become mainstream automakers.Jason’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/engineeringexplained Jason's Lucid Air Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrz1LXNm9cIMack’s Rivian R2 review: https://insideevs.com/reviews/798129/rivian-r2-first-drive-review/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Tesla’s FSD Problems, Ferrari EV Backlash, & Rivian’s Charging Glow-Up 05.06.2026 45min

  Is the internet overreacting to Ferrari’s first-ever electric car? In this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down the massive wave of public backlash hitting the newly unveiled Ferrari Luce. Tim shares his firsthand thoughts after actually seeing Maranello's Jony Ive-designed EV up close, and explains why he thinks it’s actually cool. (Sorry!)Plus, we look at the positive side of the electric transition: the EV charging grid is officially getting a glow-up. From Rivian hitting a major infrastructure milestone to Walmart and Electrify America making charging less of a headache, things are moving fast. Finally, we unpack a Reuters investigation that suggests Tesla might still be years away from truly scaling full self-driving technology.Reuters story on Tesla FSDhttps://www.reuters.com/investigations/why-teslas-ai-trainers-dont-trust-its-self-driving-tech-or-its-safety-stats-2026-05-28/ Walmart’s Expanding EV Charging Network Is Getting Easier To Pay For (And Cheaper)https://insideevs.com/news/796951/walmart-ev-fast-charging-expansion-card-discounts/ Rivian’s EV Charging Network Is Growing Fast, And It Just Hit A Major Milestonehttps://insideevs.com/news/797654/rivian-ev-charging-network-growth-milestone/ It's Still Way More Expensive To Insure An EV. But That's Changinghttps://insideevs.com/news/797585/ev-ownership-insurance-price-expensive/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Do EV enthusiasts care about the Ferrari Luce? Plus, Is Nuro Prepared To Win The Autonomy Race? 29.05.2026 49min

  Do EV enthusiasts care about performance cars? Do traditional car enthusiasts care about EVs? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack Hogan and Andrei Nedelea break down the news about the Ferrari Luce, the company’s first EV. It’s got over a thousand horsepower, four independent motors, and a trick suspension that should make it plenty interesting to drive.But in the second segment, we break down a key challenge for the Luce: Who is it for? Typical car enthusiasts that buy Ferraris seem relatively closed off to electric performance vehicles. And even for InsideEVs’ enthusiastic audience, nobody seems to care about the high-power stuff. They’d rather read about Hyundais and Chevies than Porsches and Ferraris.Finally, Tim Levin and Mack sit down with Andrew Chapin, the Chief Operating Officer of autonomy company Nuro, to get an update on the autonomous vehicle race. You won’t want to miss it. I Saw Ferrari’s First EV In The Flesh. Here’s My Honest Takehttps://insideevs.com/news/796897/ferrari-luce-electric-car-2026/ Mercedes-Benz's Electric Super Sedan Has A New Kind Of EV Motor And Unprecedented Charging Speedhttps://insideevs.com/news/796361/2027-mercedes-amg-gt-4-door-coupe/ Nobody Wants Electric Supercars. But Why?https://www.motor1.com/features/766252/nobody-wants-electric-supercars-opinion/ Lucid Gravity Robotaxis Will Hit The Uber App Next Year, With Nuro Techhttps://insideevs.com/news/766132/lucid-gravity-robotaxi-uber-nuro/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  Is The $130 EV Fee Fair? + Driving The Volvo EX60 EV & America’s New Fastest-Charging EV 22.05.2026 52min

  Is the federal government about to change the cost of EV ownership? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim Levin and Mack Hogan break down the proposed $130 annual federal registration fee for electric vehicles and what it means for the future of highway funding.Mack also shares his experience behind the wheel of the Volvo EX60—a minimalist luxury SUV that might just be the most polished electric vehicle Volvo has ever built. Plus, we discuss the brand-new Mercedes-AMG GT, which has officially claimed the crown as the fastest-charging EV in America, boasting an 11-minute charge time from 10-80%. Finally, Tim sits down with Brandt Hastings, President of North America at ABB E-Mobility, to talk about the massive shift in charging infrastructure and how ABB is meeting the demands of the next generation of EVs, trucks, and robotaxis.Congress Wants You To Pay $130 A Year Just To Drive An Electric Carhttps://insideevs.com/news/796222/ev-fee-gas-tax-house-bill-2026/ I Drove The 2027 Volvo EX60 And Think It's The Best Volvo Ever. All Because It’s Electric.https://insideevs.com/reviews/796359/volvo-ex60-first-drive/ Mercedes-Benz's Electric Super Sedan Has A New Kind Of EV Motor And Unprecedented Charging Speedhttps://insideevs.com/news/796361/2027-mercedes-amg-gt-4-door-coupe/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X
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  How Ionna Wants To Take On Tesla + Google Gemini’s Car Takeover 15.05.2026 1h 5min

  Is the Golden Age of EV charging finally here? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim sits down with Seth Cutler, CEO of Ionna, the massive charging joint venture backed by seven of the world’s biggest automakers. We dig into how Ionna plans to deploy 30,000 chargers by 2030 and whether this company can actually fix the reliability crisis.Plus, Mack takes the new Volvo EX60 for a spin to test its Google Gemini integration, which is also coming to vehicles from GM, Polestar, and other brands. Forget basic, frustrating voice commands. We’re talking full-on conversational navigation. The guys discuss why this is probably the best feature in new cars. We also look North as Chinese EVs trickle into Canada. While the US doubles down on 100% tariffs, Canada is taking a different path. Is this the backdoor for BYD and Geely to get into America?Tesla Is Now Testing A Virtual Waitlist For Superchargershttps://insideevs.com/news/795797/tesla-supercharger-virtual-queues-tk/ Mazda's EV Delay Is Barely A Pivothttps://insideevs.com/news/795650/mazda-delays-first-major-ev/ The Floodgates Open: Chinese EVs Land In Canadahttps://insideevs.com/news/795438/first-chinese-evs-canada-deliveries/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X